Ingredients (serves 2–3)

• 400g beef strips (or mince)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion (sliced)
• 2 cloves garlic (crushed)
• 1 carrot (sliced)
• 1 zucchini (sliced)
• 1 cup pumpkin or sweet potato (cubed)

Spice Mix:

• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp turmeric
• Pinch of chilli flakes (optional)
• Sea salt + black pepper

Optional:

• Fresh parsley or coriander
• Squeeze of lemon

Method

1. Heat oven to 200°C and roast pumpkin/sweet potato with olive oil, salt and pepper for 25–30 mins.
2. Heat olive oil in a pan ? sauté onion and garlic until softened.
3. Add beef ? cook until browned.
4. Add spices ? stir well to coat.
5. Add carrot and zucchini ? cook for 5–7 mins until just tender.
6. Add roasted vegetables and mix through.
7. Finish with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon.
   Alternative: add natural yogurt on top for a gut-friendly finish or serve over quinoa or brown rice for a more filling meal.